Hole 4 at Highland Park Golf Course

Par 4 • 382 Yards • Birmingham, Alabama

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Highland Park Golf Course hole 4 presents a deceptively straightforward par 4 that demands precision over power. At 382 yards, this straight-away layout appears generous from the tee, but the small green complex quickly reveals the hole's true challenge. The absence of major hazards allows golfers to focus purely on course management and approach shot accuracy. Smart players will favor position over distance off the tee, setting up the ideal angle for their approach. The compact putting surface punishes wayward iron shots, making club selection and execution critical. This mid-handicap hole exemplifies Highland Park's strategic design philosophy, where thoughtful play trumps aggressive tactics and rewards golfers who can dial in their distances with confidence.

Tees:

382y363y351y

Green:34y × 27y

Fairway @250y:33y wide

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 382 yds
Green: 4638 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 124
Course Rating: 67.6

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Strategy Tips

hazard warning

This hole presents a significant strategic challenge with no traditional fairway landing areas - you'll need to carefully navigate around multiple bunkers positioned at key distances.

tee shot

Avoid the bunker complex at 217 yards by either laying up short with a mid-iron or carrying it with a well-struck driver - there's no safe fairway landing zone in between.

approach

If you successfully navigate past the 240-yard bunker, you'll face a mid-iron approach shot from around 140 yards to a generous green measuring 34 by 27 yards.

hazard warning

Be aware of the greenside bunker positioned at 334 yards - this will catch any approach shots that come up short or right of the pin position.

green

With 4,638 square feet of putting surface, this green offers multiple pin positions - focus on distance control rather than precision to avoid the surrounding hazards.

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This 382-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 382-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 4?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 4?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 4?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 4?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 4 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Highland Park Golf Course. You can play this exact 382-yard par 4 shot-by-shot at home. Entry-level options like the SkyTrak+ (around $2,500) and Garmin Approach R10 (around $600) support course play, while premium systems from Trackman and Foresight offer tour-level accuracy. Most systems pay for themselves in a season or two versus green fees and range balls. Shop home golf simulators →